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Western Telegraph
09-05-2025
- Health
- Western Telegraph
Dan Buettner shares how popcorn could help you live to 100
Buettner, 64, is the founder of Blue Zones and the presenter of the popular Netflix documentary 'How to Live to 100'. The National Geographic fellow studies the world's 'blue zones' - otherwise known as areas on our planet where a high proportion of people live well into their old age. The author analyses everything about these areas including their diets and exercise routines to their work habits and relationships within their communities. What snack to eat to live to 100? Popcorn that is air-popped is packed with fibre, complex carbs, and more polyphenols than many vegetables, Buettner says. In an Instagram post, he states: 'It's the best longevity snack might already be in your pantry. 'It's affordable, easy to make, and most importantly it's delicious. Centenarian-approved.' Posted alongside a video clip, Buettner goes on to say how the snack is affordable. 'It's the best snack you can eat to live to 100 but you can also afford,' he adds. 'It's easy to make and store and it's delicious.' Discontinued UK sweets/chocolates What nutrients are in popcorn? Popcorn is a nutritious and relatively low-calorie snack when air-popped and consumed without excessive toppings like butter or salt. High in fibre Low in calories Rich in whole grains Antioxidants Recommended reading: Popcorn contains polyphenols, which are antioxidants with potential health benefits, such as improved blood circulation and digestive health. Buettner is an American author, explorer, storyteller, longevity researcher and public speaker. He co-produced the three-time Emmy Award winning documentary TV mini-series Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones (2023) based on his book by the same name.
South Wales Guardian
09-05-2025
- Health
- South Wales Guardian
Dan Buettner shares how popcorn could help you live to 100
Buettner, 64, is the founder of Blue Zones and the presenter of the popular Netflix documentary 'How to Live to 100'. The National Geographic fellow studies the world's 'blue zones' - otherwise known as areas on our planet where a high proportion of people live well into their old age. The author analyses everything about these areas including their diets and exercise routines to their work habits and relationships within their communities. A post shared by Dan Buettner (@danbuettner) Popcorn that is air-popped is packed with fibre, complex carbs, and more polyphenols than many vegetables, Buettner says. In an Instagram post, he states: 'It's the best longevity snack might already be in your pantry. 'It's affordable, easy to make, and most importantly it's delicious. Centenarian-approved.' Posted alongside a video clip, Buettner goes on to say how the snack is affordable. 'It's the best snack you can eat to live to 100 but you can also afford,' he adds. 'It's easy to make and store and it's delicious.' Popcorn is a nutritious and relatively low-calorie snack when air-popped and consumed without excessive toppings like butter or salt. Recommended reading: Popcorn contains polyphenols, which are antioxidants with potential health benefits, such as improved blood circulation and digestive health. Buettner is an American author, explorer, storyteller, longevity researcher and public speaker. He co-produced the three-time Emmy Award winning documentary TV mini-series Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones (2023) based on his book by the same name.
